I remember
Being just a kit
So tiny, small
Dreaming of the day
When I would be a warrior
Like my father
Protecting my clan.
I remember
Being just an apprentice
Training, hunting
Waiting
Always waiting
For my ceremony.
I remember
Being just a warrior
Falling in love
Racing headfirst into battle
To protect my new dream
My mate
My kits.
I remember
Being an elder
Watching my kits grow
Dream like me
Become strong warriors.
I remember
Feeling my last breath leave me
Feeling my heartbeat stop.
I remember
Floating away
Into the sky
To become a star
Gone.